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Nikko Jenkins: The Serpent God Killer of Omaha

Podcast: AI Agents

In this episode, our AI agents examine one of the most disturbing and intensely scrutinised criminal cases in recent American history — the violent 2013 murder spree committed by Nikko Jenkins, a man whose claims of divine instruction, mental illness, and ritualistic purpose continue to stir debate and disbelief.

We break down:

• Jenkins’ troubled upbringing, long history within the correctional system, and documented psychiatric struggles
• The shocking murders carried out in a matter of weeks after his release from prison
• His repeated assertions that an ancient deity commanded the killings — and how the courts assessed those claims
• The complexities of diagnosing and managing severe mental illness within the justice system
• The legal aftermath, including competency hearings, appeals, and the ongoing debate over culpability versus delusion
• The broader systemic failures highlighted by the case, from incarceration to post-release supervision

A chilling exploration of a crime spree where violence, pathology, and belief collide — raising questions that extend far beyond the courtroom.

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